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Feeding Your Mouse

Your mouse is an omnivore, which means he eats both plant and animal material. Your mouse requires a simple diet composed of a complete fortified food, fresh water served in both a sipper bottle and tip-proof dish, and veggies and fruits in moderation. Like humans, mice are prone to eating when bored, so it’s important to provide healthy foods in proper amounts

Oxbow Farm-Fresh Hays and Compressed Hays:

Fortified Food

A complete, age-specific fortified food like Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food is the best option for your mouse. These specially designed foods are formed into the ideal shape for nibbling, which promotes healthy teeth.

Food Selection

Avoid:

Mixes with nuts, seeds, and dried fruit because mice have a tendency to select those tempting morsels over the healthy food pieces.

Veggies, Greens, and Fruits

Veggies, greens, and fruits are an important part of your mouse’s daily diet. These items offer important vitamins and nutrients, contribute to hydration, and provide enrichment to your pet’s daily routine. Check with your qualified exotics veterinarian for a full list of appropriate veggies, greens, and fruit choices. A good starter list of varieties to offer and avoid includes:

Offer:

Avoid:

Leeks, chives, and onions

Treats

Treats are great for encouraging interaction between you and your pet, but they should only be given after basic daily foods have been eaten. Offering too many treats can cause your mouse to refuse his healthy, essential foods. It’s important to remember that not all treats are created equal! All Oxbow treat varieties are designed to be as wholesome as they are delicious.